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NJ Department of Human Services

@njhumanservices.bsky.social
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We serve older New Jerseyans; individuals and families with low incomes; people with developmental disabilities, or late-onset disabilities; people who are blind, visually impaired, deaf, hard of hearing, or deaf-blind; & parents needing child care.

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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 6h
NJ DHS Awards Contracts to Expand Access to Mental Health, Addiction Treatment & Primary Care Services "Too often people have to navigate multiple systems to get treatment for mental health conditions, addiction, and physical health needs" Cmr. @cmrchanj.bsky.social www.nj.gov/humanservice...
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 7h
📲 Help is available! NJDHS’ Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services connects you to multiple hotlines & helplines which provide phone help, counseling, crisis intervention, addiction support and resources to individuals needing emergency assistance.
Alt-text: Graphic about the NJ Department of Human Services Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services multiple hotlines & helplines.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 7h
📲Hay ayuda disponible! La División de Salud Mental y Adicciones de NJDHS le conecta con varias líneas de ayuda que ofrecen ayuda telefónica, asesoramiento, intervención en crisis, apoyo con la adicción y recursos a las personas que necesiten asistencia de emergencia.
Alt-text: Gráfico sobre las varias líneas de ayuda de la División de Salud Mental y Adicciones del Departamento de Servicios Humanos de New Jersey.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 9h
⚕️ ¡Es el #DíaDeLaSaludInfantil! Ningún niño debería quedarse sin el apoyo y la seguridad de la cobertura médica. #NJFamilyCare de @NJDHS está trabajando para ofrecer a todos los niños de NJ un seguro médico. 🔗nj.gov/coverallkids para más información y solicitar.
grafico de Día De La Salud Infantil
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 9h
⚕️ It's #ChildHealthDay! 👶🏽🧒🏿👧 Children are now eligible for #NJFamilyCare regardless of immigration status. 🔗 Please visit nj.gov/coverallkids to learn more and apply for affordable health coverage and quality care. Or call 1-800-701-0710 (TTY: 711)
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 9h
🤟Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Executive Director Elizabeth Hill was happy to join Deaf Advocacy Group's flag-raising ceremony in honor of #DeafAwarenessMonth in #Newark. Newark's Deputy Mayor and members of the Council were also in attendance.
Elizabeth Hill is seen on the far left wearing a dress and a blazer.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 11h
@njhumanservices.bsky.social Deputy Commissioner for Social Services Michael J. Wilson was presented with the Thomas W. Kelly Government Service Award by the New Jersey Food Council during its 52nd annual “Good Government” Breakfast.
deputy commissioner with awardMichael Wilson speaking at eventGroup photo at eventGroup photo at event
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 13h
Governor Mikie Sherrill has proclaimed today #DisabilityRightsDay! @njhumanservices.bsky.social's Division of Disability Services works to support people with disabilities and promote full, equitable, and accessible lives in communities across NJ. 🔗Learn more about DDS: nj.gov/humanservice...
disability Right Day proclamation
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 13h
Friday was a day of great conversations out in the community. @cmrchanj.bsky.social, DC McGuire, & AC Seifried spoke at the New Jersey SAP's annual conference 'Rise Up for Self-Advocacy'. Then Cmr Cha joined Princeton University students in the Global Health Colloquium to talk health care policy.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
@njhumanservices.bsky.social has formed an advisory committee to strengthen access to responsive mental health services for New Jersey's Deaf and hard of hearing communities. 🎥 Watch the American Sign Language (ASL) video to learn more.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
🏥 Medicaid es cuidado hospitalario #NJFamilyCare. Aprenda más en njfamilycare.org #MedicaidMatters #MedicaidSavesLives
Gráfico que muestra a un doctor cuidando a una persona enferma.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
🏥 Medicaid is hospital care #NJFamilyCare. Learn more at njfamilycare.org #MedicaidMatters #MedicaidSavesLives
Graphic that shows a doctor taking care of a person who is sick.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
♿ 🧏🏽‍♀️👨🏼‍🦯 @GovSherrillNJ has declared October to be #DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth in NJ! This month we take an opportunity to recognize the contributions Americans with disabilities make to our society & to our workforce. More on disability employment www.nj.gov/humanservice...
Disability Employment Awareness Month proclamation
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Today, we held our inaugural meeting of the Inclusive Mental Health Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Advisory Committee. Deputy Commissioners Kaylee McGuire, Valerie Mielke, and Division of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Executive Director Elizabeth Hill provided remarks. bit.ly/4jyXa4q
DDHH Advisory Committee members
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
@njhumanservices.bsky.social aún espera respuesta de las 10,400 personas que podrían verse afectadas por los recortes de Trump a #NJFamilyCare, vigentes hoy. Si es una de ellas, podría recuperar su cobertura verificando su elegibilidad. Más información: nj.gov/humanservice...
Se muestra un sobre con el logotipo de NJ Familycare. 
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
@njhumanservices.bsky.social is still waiting to hear from 10,400 individuals possibly impacted by the Trump cuts to #NJFamilyCare effective today. If you're among them, you might be able to regain health coverage by verifying eligibility. Visit here to learn more: nj.gov/humanservice...
An envelope is shown that has the NJ Familycare logo.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Recognize #NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth with our October webinar series on supported employment, Pre-ETS, NJ WorkAbility, and Project SEARCH. Learn, connect, and explore pathways to employment for people with disabilities: nj.gov/humanservice... #NDEAM2026
National Disability Employment Awareness Month Webinar Series informational flyer
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
👴🏾👵🏻 Es el #DíaInternacionaldelasPersonasdeEdad y un gran momento para destacar #NJSave! Revise si es elegible para ahorrar dinero en: Las primas de Medicare Costos de recetas médicas y otros gastos de subsistencia. Solicite hoy! njdoas-ua.force.com/njsave/quick...
grafico de Día Internacional del as Personas de Edad
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
👴🏾👵🏻 It's #InternationalDayofOlderPersons and a great time to highlight #NJSave! See if you're eligible to save money on: Medicare premiums prescription costs and other living expenses. Apply today! njdoas-ua.force.com/njsave/quick...
International Day of Older Persons graphic
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
📅 Este jueves 8 de oct. entre las 1pm y 3pm! Venga a la Feria Comunitaria del mes de concienciación sobre la ceguera de la Comisión para la Ceguera y Discapacidad Visual del @NJDHS en el Hooks Creek Lake Pavilion del @Cheesequake State Park, ubicado en 300 Gordon Rd. en Matawan.
Un gráfico en blanco y negro que se lee: Usted o algún conocido sufre una pérdida de visión que afecta su capacidad para: 
¿Leer los envases de los medicamentos? ¿Viajar con seguridad? ¿Trabajar? ¿Mantener su casa? ¿Cuidar de sí mismo y de su familia? Participe de nuestra Feria Comunitaria del mes de la concienciación sobre la Ceguera 2026, el jueves 8  de octubre desde la 1pm hasta las 3pm en el Parque Estatal Cheesequake, Hooks Creek Lake Pavilion ubicado en la 300 Gordon Rd in Matawan. ¡Un día lleno de información, recursos, exhibiciones, demonstraciones, actividades divertidas, camiones de comida, música y MÁS! Para más información: AskCBVI@dhs.nj.gov Tres iconos se utilizaron en la parte inferior del gráfico, que muestran a una persona que está usando un bastón blanco, un perro guía y un alfabeto braille.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
🗓 Happening 10/8 from 1 - 3:30 pm! Join us for CBVI's FREE Blindness Awareness Month Community Outreach Fair at Hooks Creek Lake Pavilion at Cheesequake State Park, located at 300 Gordon Road in Matawan. Info tables, resources, exhibits, food trucks and more will be available!
A black-and-white graphic that reads: Are you or someone you know experiencing vision loss that affects the ability to: Read prescription bottles? Travel safely? Work? Maintain your home? Care for yourself and your family? Join us at our Blindness Awareness Month 2026 Community Outreach Fair on Thursday, October 8 from 1 to 3pm at Cheesequake State Park, Hooks Creek Lake Pavilion at 300 Gordon Rd in Matawan. This day will be full of information, resources, exhibits, demonstrations, fun activities, food trucks, music and more! For more information email, askCBVI@dhs.nj.gov. Three icons are used at the bottom of the graphic, which are an individual using a white cane, an eye-seeing dog, and a hand reading braille.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🔗 Visit NJ211.org and click on “Food” to find food pantries and soup kitchens near you.
Graphic about the NJ 2-1-1
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🔗Visite NJ211.org y haga clic en “Alimentos” para encontrar bancos de alimentos y comedores comunitarios en su área
Gráfico de NJ 2-1-1
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
‼️ Recuerde activar su tarjeta de inmediato para seguir usando sus beneficios de SNAP/WFNJ. Sus beneficios existentes se transferirán automáticamente a su nueva tarjeta cuando se active. 💳 Active su tarjeta en NJFamiliesFirst.gov o en la aplicación ConnectEBT.
Recuerde activar su tarjeta de inmediato para seguir usando sus beneficios de SNAP/WFNJ.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
‼️️Remember to activate your card right away to keep using your #SNAP/WFNJ benefits. Your existing benefits will automatically transfer over to your new card when you activate. 💳 Activate your card on NJFamiliesFirst.gov or on the ConnectEBT app.
Remember to activate your card right away to keep using your #SNAP/WFNJ benefits.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Miembros de #NJFamilyCare ACTÚEN YA. Los cambios en la legislación federal pueden afectar la elegibilidad de algunos desde el 1 de octubre. 📩Si ha recibido una carta en la que se les solicita documentos, envíenlos de inmediato. Aún pueden ser elegibles. bit.ly/4cJUbSH
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
#NJFamilyCare members ACT NOW. Changes to federal law may affect eligibility for some non-citizens starting Oct. 1. 📩If you received a letter requesting documents, send them immediately. Don’t assume you’re not eligible. Many members may still qualify. ‍https://bit.ly/4cJUbSH
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
👵🏼👴🏽 Age‐friendly communities benefit everyone. Working together to improve all aspects of life, from housing to healthcare, can make NJ a better place for residents of all ages. 🔗 Learn how you can help make NJ more age-friendly: bit.ly/3Zs6rBm

 

Age-friendly blueprint social media graphic
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Public comment period extended: new fines and penalties will strengthen accountability for providers serving adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. @njhumanservices.bsky.social has released draft guidance and wants feedback. Comments now due by 5 p.m., 10/13: bit.ly/3T1mW6H
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
A look at @njhumanservices.bsky.social’ Division of Aging Services staffing a resource table today at the Senior Festival Hill. Visit nj.gov/humanservices/doas/ today.
A Division of Aging Services resource table. An aged woman in a blue shirt looking at supplies being offered at the resource table Woman holding NJ Save bags
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
𝐒𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐪𝐮𝐞? 🚭#NJFamilycare ofrece cobertura para medicamentos para dejar de fumar y asesoramiento para ayudar a los fumadores a dejar de fumar. 🔗 Para más información, visite NJFamilycare.org. #SinTabaco #QuitSmoking
Gráfico sobre los medicamentos para dejar el uso de tabaco, ofrecido por NJ FamilyCare.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄? 🚭#NJFamilycare provides coverage for tobacco cessation medications and counseling that help smokers quit. 🔗 For more information, visit NJFamilycare.org. #SmokeFree #QuitSmoking
Graphic about tobacco cessation medications offered through NJ FamilyCare.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
💊 Medicaid son recetas médicas #NJFamilyCare. Aprenda más en njfamilycare.org #MedicaidMatters #MedicaidSavesLives
Gráfico de NJ Familycare que demuestra una foto de una persona mirando a medicina con recetas
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
💊 Medicaid is prescriptions #NJFamilyCare. Learn more at njfamilycare.org #MedicaidMatters #MedicaidSavesLives
Alt: NJ Familycare graphic showing photo of a person looking at prescription medicines
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
💳 Recuerda activar tu tarjeta de inmediato para seguir usando tus beneficios de #SNAP/WFNJ. 🔗 Activa tu tarjeta en NJFamiliesFirst.gov o en la aplicación ConnectEBT.
 Recuerda activar tu tarjeta de inmediato para seguir usando tus beneficios de SNAP/WFNJ.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
💳Remember to activate your card right away to keep using your #SNAP/WFNJ benefits. 🔗Activate your card on NJFamiliesFirst.gov or on the ConnectEBT app.
Remember to activate your card right away to keep using your SNAP/WFNJ benefits.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
@njhumanservices.bsky.social Emergency Management Director Joseph Geleta has been among those at the State Emergency Operations Center monitoring the nor’easter. DHSOEM helps coordinate and is always ready for any needed sheltering, feeding, emergency supply, and family reunification response.
Emergency Management Director Joseph Geleta at a desk
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
🗣️The latest “In the Community” e-newsletter from NJ DHS is here! 📰 Catch up on the latest news, updates, initiatives, and everything happening across NJ Human Services. Check it out here: ╰➤https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/news/publications/September%202026%20newsletter.pdf
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
🚨 Para más información sobre los Servicios de Protección para el Adulto en su condado, visite la página aps.nj.gov o llama (855) TELL-APS (855-835-5277).
Gráfico sobre los servicios de APS que demuestra tres palabras: Véalo, Deténgalo, Prevéngalo. El fondo de la imagen es azul oscuro.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
🚨 For more information on Adult Protective Services in your county, visit aps.nj.gov or call (855) TELL-APS (855-835-5277). 🔗 aps.nj.gov
Graphic about APS services that shows three phrases: See It, Stop It, Prevent It. The background is dark blue.
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Es la #SemanaDeConcienciaciónSobreLaPrevenciónDeCaídas en NJ! Vea a la página de recursos de @njhumanservices.bsky.social, que incluye una lista de seguridad en el hogar y enlaces sobre prevención de caídas. Compártala con alguien que pueda correr el riesgo de caerse y lesionarse! bit.ly/4iQ6gth
Imagen de la semana de sensibilización sobre la prevención de caídas
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NJ Department of Human Services @njhumanservices.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
🎥 This week, for #NationalCentenarianDay we were honored to celebrate Eddie Walker Hill, the 105-year-old Edgewater Park resident who is the first member of the Garden State Centenarian Club. We are grateful for the opportunity to honor his remarkable life, service, and legacy.
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